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 our little friend by richiecdisc
You will need some light clothing in the warm months though wearing long sleeves and pants is advisable due to malarial concerns. Hiking boots come in handy for the long hauls but some sandals are great for hanging out in the cities.
Anti-malarials should be carried but if in cooler months, I would not personally take them until you actually come down with symptoms.
Wide angle and polarizer are essentials.
This praying mantis was in our room in Vang Vieng and we missed him after we left. Leave a Comment
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 My Stuffs by bkoon
A small day-pack for day trips out of town.
T-shirts and shorts (not too short though) due to hot weather.
Comfortable walking / hiking shoes for treks.
Slippers / flip-flops for easy travelling around town.
Bring wet disposable towelettes in case there isn't any showering facilities or you get yourself so dirty that you need to freshen up.
Normal stuffs like Lomotil for tummy aches, Panadol/Aspirin for headaches, Lozenges, Malaria Pills, Charcoal Pills, Deglogen, etc
Digital Camera and Memory Cards
Analog Camera and films / slides
Insect Repellent. Torchlight for the occassional black-outs. Bandana / Cap for the hot weather and to cover your head from the dust. Travel Guide. Money Bag. MP3 Player. Leave a Comment
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 I "kip" them as souvenirs by SirRichard
You can use dollars everywhere here, if you pay with dollars they give you back kips, but if you change kips at a bank they give you a better rate. Try to spend them all before you leave, as they are difficult to exchange outside Laos.
I didn't find any ATM in Laos. Leave a Comment
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 Vang Vieng Views by Fudge
Get a good pair of walking shoes that cover your feet well. Many Laotian roads have stones, rocks and planks by the side. Also, some areas are muddy and some swmapy areas have leeches. So be prepared with leech socks as well.
Carry a disinfectant with you. These things are not easily available in village areas.
A good camera goes a long way! And lotts of film. Slide film also recommended.
Everything should be outdoor gear if you truly want to enjoy Lao the way it is :) Leave a Comment
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easiest with a backpack, and a smaller one for day travels.
It is hot here so bring summer clothes. But also remember to bring some longer items that cover your shoulders and knees for the Wats. Also the air conditioning can get pretty clod in places. Bring a comfortable pair of running shoes and sandals. I also brought a few sweatshirts for the night. But if you do forget clothes they are so cheap at the markets, ex Morning Market in Vientiane.
Mosquito repellent is very important (with at least 30% deet), malaria pills and take cholora before you go. Also "wet ones" is what we have in canada, moist toweletts anti bacterial becasue if you have to go to the bathroom not in your hotel or major travel destination they don't have running water in their bathrooms. Also bring toilet paper on your daily outings.
it is cheap to put your digital pictures on a cd but I never really had to buy anything for my camera so I am not sure. Leave a Comment
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If you go up north from December to February, you need to bring some warm clothing. During my trip in February, I'd met a couple of people who thought they were going to the tropics and were totally unprepared for the cold.
Sports sandals are best for walking around.
Laundrettes are everywhere and they are cheap and fast. I got mine done in Huay Xai in 2 hours.
It's better to bring your own medicine as the local pharmacies may not have it. Mosquito repellent is a must because there are mozzies everywhere...even in the plane! Having said that, malaria pills are not necessary. I thought it was and actually started taking before my trip but i forgot to bring it with me and am fine without it.
Travel adaptor. In Laos, two types of plugs can be used. They are the flat-blade and round 2-pin plugs. Refer to http://kropla.com/electric2.htm.
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 Pak Ou Caves by calcaf38Leave a Comment
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A very small flashlight. I have a mini blue-light that serves as a keychain, and it really came in handy when I was exploring the caves - and when I was trying to make my way down unpaved, unlit roads in the dead of night! Leave a Comment
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Hiking
If you are thinking of waiting for the sunset on top of Phousey Hill, just remember to bring along a insect repellent, it will surely do help you and maybe the person sitting next to you. Leave a Comment
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